Question
On January 1, 2015, King Corp. acquired 80% of Kong Corp. for $500,000. King uses the cost method to account for its investment. On January
On January 1, 2015, King Corp. acquired 80% of Kong Corp. for $500,000. King uses the cost method to account for its investment. On January 1, 2015, Kong's retained earnings and common shares were $350,000 and $110,000, respectively. Kong's book values did not differ materially from its fair values on the date of acquisition with the following exceptions:
- Inventory had a fair value that was $20,000 higher than its book value. This inventory was sold to outsiders during 2015.
- A patent (which had not previously been accounted for) was identified on the acquisition date with an estimated fair value of $15,000. The patent had an estimated useful life of 6 years.
The Financial Statements of King Corp. and Kong Corp. for the year ended December 31, 2020 are shown below:
Income Statements | King Corp. | Kong Corp. | |
Sales | $500,000 | $300,000 | |
Other Revenues | $300,000 | $120,000 | |
Less: Expenses | |||
Cost of Goods Sold | $400,000 | $240,000 | |
Depreciation Expense | $ 20,000 | $10,000 | |
Other Expenses | $80,000 | $40,000 | |
Income Tax Expense | $120,000 | $52,000 | |
Net Income | $180,000 | $78,000 | |
Balance Sheets | King Corp. | Kong Corp. | |
Cash | $50,000 | $265,000 | |
Accounts Receivable | $100,000 | $250,000 | |
Inventory | $50,000 | $250,000 | |
Investment in Kong Corp. | $500,000 | ||
Land | $25,000 | ||
Equipment | $400,000 | $200,000 | |
Accumulated Depreciation | ($250,000) | ($150,000) | |
Total Assets | $850,000 | $840,000 | |
Current Liabilities | $320,000 | $62,000 | |
Dividends Payable | $30,000 | $38,000 | |
Common Shares | $100,000 | $350,000 | |
Retained Earnings | $400,000 | $390,000 | |
Total Liabilities and Equity | $850,000 | $840,000 | |
Other Information:
- King sold a tract of Land to Kong at a profit of $10,000 during 2016. This land is still the property of Kong Corp.
- On January 1, 2018, Kong sold equipment to King at a price that was $20,000 higher than its book value. The equipment had a remaining useful life of 4 years from that date.
- On January 1, 2020, King's inventories contained items purchased during 2019 from Kong for $10,000. This entire inventory was sold to outsiders during 2020. Also during 2020, King sold inventory to Kong for $50,000. Half this inventory is still in Kong's warehouse at year end. All sales are priced at a 25% mark-up on selling price, regardless of whether the sales are internal or external.
- There was a goodwill impairment loss of $4,000 during 2020.
- Both companies are subject to an effective tax rate of 40%
- Both companies use straight line amortization.
- Dividends paid in 2020: King $30,000 Kong $38,000
- Prepare a statement of computation and allocation of Acquisition Differential as at January 1, 2015, showing the amount of NCI on the date of acquisition of Kong.
- Prepare the Acquisition Differential Amortization / Impairment Statement as at December 31, 2020
Step by Step Solution
There are 3 Steps involved in it
Step: 1
Get Instant Access to Expert-Tailored Solutions
See step-by-step solutions with expert insights and AI powered tools for academic success
Step: 2
Step: 3
Ace Your Homework with AI
Get the answers you need in no time with our AI-driven, step-by-step assistance
Get Started